Assignment: Full-time 1.0 Educational Assistant position Duties to commence November 5, 2024 and continue for the remainder of the 2024/2025 school year To provide support and assistance to Elementary (grade 2/3)students in a classroom setting as well as small group and individualized settings Qualifications and/or Assets: Excellent oral and written communication skills Flexibility to work in a variety of programs and assigned duties Background and/or experience working with children with diverse needs would be considered an asset Calm and patient approach to solving problems Reliability and eager to learn would be considered an asset Strong interpersonal skills and a positive personality Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-oriented learning environment Ability to demonstrate empathy, compassion, and patience Ability to work one-on-one with a student in an inclusive environment Commitment to ongoing professional growth Experience and/or training as an Educational Assistant Application: *Applications for this employment opportunity are preferred via email. Please quote the competition number in the subject line of your email message. *Please submit your application in one complete PDF file application and include copies of the following documents: Resume and cover letter Vulnerable Sector Check (Current within six months) Mr. Dan Walker, Principal Mecca Glen School Phone: (403) 783-2463Fax: (403) 783-6666 RR 1, Ponoka, AB. T4J 1R1 Email:dan.walker@wolfcreek.ab.ca Please Note: We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview for this competition will be contacted.